The Parenthood is thrilled to announce our partnership with Parents At Work and UNICEF Australia on the National Working Families Survey 2024.
This survey is a powerful tool for change, offering us the data needed to advocate more effectively for the needs and voices of families across Australia. From advocating for gender-equal parental leave to championing flexible work arrangements, every voice counts in creating the change we need.
Emma Walsh, CEO of Parents At Work and Family Friendly Workplaces, emphasises the impact of this survey: “In 2019, 2 in 3 working parents reported feeling too emotionally or physically drained when they got home from work to contribute to their family. This survey is the largest of its kind, giving working families a voice about what matters to them in a post-pandemic landscape that has phenomenally changed, including greater access to paid parental leave and early childhood education.”
Georgie Dent, CEO of The Parenthood, highlights the opportunity this survey presents: "Australian families deserve workplaces that don't just tolerate their caring responsibilities but actively support them. The National Working Families Survey 2024 will help reshape workplaces to ensure family-friendly practices are a given, not a goal. It's time to elevate the standards in workplaces for the sake of all Australian families."
Why This Matters: The survey is an invaluable tool for influencing the development of inclusive workplace policies and practices. By capturing the real-life experiences of working families, we can help shape a more family-friendly nation, pushing for necessary changes in gender-equal parental leave, flexible work arrangements, and supportive family policies.
Your Voice is Powerful: We encourage all employers, HR professionals, and community leaders to support and disseminate this survey within your networks. Participation not only demonstrates your commitment to creating a supportive work environment but also provides critical insights into the evolving needs of Australian parents and carers.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a national conversation and drive meaningful change. Let's work together to make our workplaces more inclusive for the benefit of all families.
For more information and to participate in the survey, please visit www.nationalworkingfamiliesreport.org.
Let's join hands in creating a better future for working families across Australia.
